Kwabena Sekyi Appiah-nti, Photographer, London

Description

Captured by photographer Kwabena Sekyi Appiah-nti in London, this vertical portrait features a Black man in his 20s or 30s gazing directly at the camera with a serious expression. He wears a black skullcap, a black tank top, and a silver chain necklace, with a lit cigarette held between his lips. Facial tattoos, including star motifs, are visible on his cheeks, alongside extensive arm tattoos. The moody lighting and dark tones create an intimate, gritty atmosphere, emphasizing the subject's textured skin and direct gaze.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Moody, Gritty

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Color

Context

Portrait / Headshot